LAST MEETING: In 2012, the Bombers capitalized on six Hartwick interceptions and outscored the Hawks 14-0 in the second half to win, 28-7. Ithaca was outgained 212-192, but turned three of its defensive interceptions into offensive touchdowns.

FAST FACTS: Hartwick has gone 0-7 in the Empire 8 each of the past two seasons, and 1-4 the two seasons before that. The Hawks won its only conference title in 2007. ... Ithaca has won 10 of 11 meetings with Hartwick since the formation of the Empire 8 in 2002. Hartwick's only win came in their championship year.